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Battery cost makes affordable Toyota EV unlikely, exec says

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An entry-level Toyota EV is unlikely in the near future due to high battery costs, an executive said in a recently published interview with Autocar. And it definitely won’t be among the five new electric SUVs Toyota plans to launch by 2026, Autocar noted. That model will start around 32,000 euros ($35,000), Carlucci revealed.

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Lucid midsize SUV to cost less than $50,000

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Lucid just gave everyone a sneak peek at its upcoming midsize SUV. On Tuesday at the automaker’s technology and manufacturing day, Lucid revealed on Twitter (now known as X) a teaser image of a midsize SUV. Lucid said production is set for late 2026 and the crossover will cost less than $50,000.

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Volkswagen Polo production ends in Europe to prep for smaller, more affordable EVs

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VW has ended Polo production in Europe as it shifts focus to smaller, more affordable EVs. However, Volkswagen is preparing to introduce a series of smaller, more affordable EVs, which will be built at the facility. The Pamplona plant is scheduled to begin producing two small electric SUVs in 2026. 2all concept. Volkswagen ID.2all

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Ford shows dealers new low-cost EVs, including sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups

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Ford is doubling down on plans to launch low-cost EVs after showing dealers several new renderings. The latest images revealed electric sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups that could hit the market to challenge Tesla and Chinese EV leaders like BYD. Ford looks to match Chinese OEMs and Tesla with low-cost EVs. Pickup trucks?

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Ford plans affordable small electric pickup and SUV, starting around $25,000

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Amid a flood of new competition, Ford is shifting plans to build more affordable electric vehicles. Ford is developing a new low-cost EV platform to power a small electric pickup and SUV, with starting prices around $25,000. However, due to the pivot, plans for its three-row electric SUV have been put on the back burner.

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Honda admits it needs affordable EVs with plans for an electric Civic successor

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For Honda to compete as the industry shifts to electric, CEO Toshihiro Mibe explained, “We need more affordable EVs.” Honda to launch an affordable electric Civic replacement The company revealed two new EV concepts as part of its new “0 series” electric brand at CES earlier this month. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Ford’s first affordable EV will be a new electric pickup, but there’s more

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Ford’s first affordable EV based on its new platform will be an electric pickup followed by its next-gen “Project T3.” Instead of the planned all-electric three-row SUV, Ford plans to launch a new family of hybrids. In 2027, Ford will launch a new electric truck, the first on its upcoming low-cost platform.